Audit and Accounts Manager

GPC Finance; Ireland; Hybrid; EUR 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

On-site parking

CPD support

Job summary

GPC Finance in Ireland seeks an experienced Audit & Accounts Manager / Senior Accountant to join a South Dublin team. The role covers audit, accounts preparation, tax compliance, and advisory services for SME and owner-managed clients, with a collaborative and supportive culture.

The successful candidate will oversee audits, management accounts, and statutory statements, advise clients, and help drive growth with a proactive approach. Hybrid working and ongoing CPD support are offered.

Qualifications

• Qualified ACA or ACCA with Chartered Accountant designation.
• Minimum of 4 years post-qualification experience in a practice.
• Strong experience in accounts preparation and client portfolio management.
• Proven exposure to audit assignments from planning to completion.
• Experience preparing management accounts and tax returns.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied portfolio of SME and owner-managed clients as primary contact.
• Lead and manage audit assignments for larger clients from planning to completion.
• Prepare and review monthly management accounts and statutory financial statements.
• Provide outsourced accounting support with timely financial reporting.
• Oversee VAT, Corporation Tax, and Income Tax compliance.
• Ensure deadlines are met with high service and technical accuracy.
• Build strong client relationships and identify value-adding opportunities.

Skills

Audit experience

Accounts preparation

Client portfolio management

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Tax compliance experience

Education

ACA/ACCA qualified Chartered Accountant

Job description

Our client is a highly regarded and well-established accountancy practice based in South Dublin. Due to continued growth, they are seeking an experienced Audit & Accounts Manager / Senior Accountant to join their friendly, collaborative, and supportive team.
This is an excellent opportunity for a practice-trained qualified accountant who enjoys a varied role encompassing audit, accounts preparation, tax compliance, and client advisory services. The successful candidate will work closely with a diverse portfolio of SME and owner-managed business clients while playing a key role in delivering outstanding accounting and compliance solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a varied portfolio of SME and owner-managed business clients, acting as a trusted advisor and primary point of contact for accounting, compliance, and business support matters.
• Lead and manage audit assignments for larger clients, overseeing engagements from planning through to completion while ensuring compliance with professional standards.
• Prepare and review monthly management accounts, statutory financial statements, and management reports.
• Provide outsourced accounting support to a key client, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting.
• Oversee a broad range of tax compliance activities, including VAT, Corporation Tax, and Income Tax returns.
• Ensure all client deadlines are met while maintaining the highest standards of service delivery and technical accuracy.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, identifying opportunities to add value through proactive advice and support.

Key Requirements

• ACA or ACCA qualified Chartered Accountant.
• Minimum of 4 years’ post-qualification experience within an accountancy practice environment.
• Strong experience in accounts preparation and client portfolio management.
• Proven exposure to audit assignments, with the ability to manage audits from planning through to completion.
• Experience preparing management accounts and tax returns across a range of client sectors.
• Excellent organisational, time management, and project coordination skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build lasting client relationships.
• Previous experience working with SMEs and owner-managed businesses.

Salary & Benefits

• Competitive salary of €65,000 – €75,000 DOE.
• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements.
• Excellent work-life balance.
• Annual performance-related bonus.
• On-site parking.
• Ongoing CPD and professional development support.
• Supportive and approachable leadership team.
• Clear opportunities for career progression and advancement.
• Collaborative, friendly, and professional working environment.

Interested?